Anastasia Abrazhevich, Assistant Heritage Planner, provided an overview of the subject report noting that the owner of the property has submitted applications for a Heritage Permit and the Incentive Grant Program. The incentive grant is for the repair and maintenance work outlined in the report.
In response to questions regarding the repair work for designated properties, staff advised that the owners of properties are encouraged to use experienced contractors who specialize in heritage restoration with an understanding of material types, such as, mortar or bricks that are compatible with heritage homes. The material types are not stipulated in the Incentive Grant agreement with the City, however staff can undertake the necessary research and consider such requests in the future. Staff confirmed that once the work is deemed complete, staff or a qualified heritage consultant would conduct an inspection prior to reimbursement of the grant to the property owner.
A motion was put forward to amend the staff recommendation to add the following clause:
"That prior to any works commencing, the property owner shall provide detailed information on the proposed mortar compound for the review and approval of City Heritage Staff"
Board consideration of this matter included varying opinions on the implication of the proposed amendment on similar applications in the future. Clerk's Office staff advised the Board what options were available regarding the motion put forward.
The following motion was considered: